State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Fire Safety Officer (3878PS)

$35.56-$44.12 Hourly / $2,844.41-$3,528.89 BiWeekly /
$74,239.00-$92,104.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

At a state agency, college or university this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks related to fire and life safety activities for state-owned buildings within an assigned region.

GUIDELINES FOR JOB CLASS USE

This class is intended for use at agencies that do not operate an organized fire department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of a Chief Fire Safety Officer or other official of a higher grade.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May lead lower level employees as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Serves as a fire safety officer in ensuring compliance with fire and life safety codes, building inspections, emergency evacuation plans, fire evacuation drill evaluations, and testing fire prevention equipment (e.g., fire alarms, sprinkler systems, etc.);
  • Maintains a current understanding of the fire and life safety codes applicable to all agency buildings;
  • Develops and maintains relationships with regional leadership, and state and municipal fire marshals’ offices to develop a cohesive working relationship;
  • Ensures communication both internally and externally in an accurate and timely manner;
  • Assists in the design and maintenance of emergency evacuation plans for all assigned buildings;
  • Conducts fire and life safety code compliance audits, inspections and/or evacuation score program reviews;
  • Provides educational instruction and training on the fire safety program to non-firefighting departmental personnel, other agency personnel and individuals;
  • Liaises with the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) during fire and life safety code inspections and notices of violation, and implements corrective action plans;
  • Conducts inspection and testing of fire protection systems required by state and federal fire and life safety codes;
  • Conducts assigned fire and life safety code compliance reviews for construction projects;
  • Liaises with municipal or state fire marshals during fire investigation, as assigned;
  • Documents all actions taken to achieve compliance with applicable fire and life safety codes;
  • Performs related duties as required.
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES (DDS): 
  • Maintains current understanding of the fire and life safety codes applicable to residential settings, DDS provider-operated buildings, other day programs, and office,  maintenance and storage buildings;
  • Conducts on-site verification of data submitted for the issuance of E-Scores;
  • Assists providers and agency staff with completing E-Score surveys.
CONNECTICUT STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM OR A STATE UNIVERSITY: 
  • Develops processes and procedures for training in support of the fire safety program, emergency operations plans, hazardous materials safety data sheets and assists in other environmental concerns as requested;
  • Serves as a technical resource to college or university community and regulatory agencies on behalf of the college or university;
  • Ensures all fire-related licenses and permits are maintained and appropriate records and reports are completed in compliance with national standards on behalf of the college or university.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply
    • fire and life safety codes and compliance;
    • relevant agency policies and procedures;
    • fire inspection techniques;
    • firefighting and fire prevention;
    • fire equipment and its maintenance;
    • safety practices and procedures related to chemicals and hazardous materials;
    • state and federal laws and regulations regarding storage and transportation of chemicals and hazardous materials;
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to
    • read and analyze building or structure plans including blueprints;
    • prepare comprehensive reports;
    • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Possess and retain the State of Connecticut Certification as a Fire Marshal in accordance with CGS § 29-298(a) and CGS § 29-298(b) and as credentialed by the Office of Education and Data Management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of experience in a municipal fire marshal’s office serving in the capacity of a Fire Marshal, Deputy Fire Marshal, or Fire Inspector.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class will be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications including certification by the State Fire Marshal as a Fire Marshal in accordance with CGS §29- 298(a) and CGS § 29-298(b) and as credentialed by the Office of Education and Data Management.
  • Incumbents in this class must possess and retain National certification by the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (NPQS) or the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or State Certification as regulated by the Connecticut Fire Academy, meeting the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Firefighter 2.
  • Incumbents in this class will be required to travel.
  • Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle operator's license.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants will be required to pass a physical exam.

COMPENSATION GUIDELINES

In accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement's compensation guidelines.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Non-Examined

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(14)-Inspection-Investigation

BARGAINING UNIT

(09)-PROTECT SERV (NP-5)

EEO

(4)-Protective Service

SALARY INFORMATION

PS 13

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

New Class. Item No. 25-025

EFFECTIVE DATE

10/14/2025
CLASS: 3878PS; EST: 10/14/2025; REV: 10/17/2025;